{
  "id": 11499744,
  "title": "Why keeping Tom Cruise's secret made Sophie Wilde 'so stressed'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/why-keeping-tom-cruises-secret-made-sophie-wilde-so-stressed",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-02T18:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ABC News AU",
    "slug": "abc-news-au",
    "url": "https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-03/digger-tom-cruise-sophie-wilde-interview/107216844"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Keeping Tom Cruise's secret in the movie Digger Rockwell caused Sophie Wilde significant stress. The 2026 film, directed by Alejandro G Iñárritu, is a satirical black comedy where Cruise plays an oil magnate named Digger Rockwell. The character's enigma was so crucial to Iñárritu that he kept the details of Wilde's role undisclosed until the final weeks before the film's release. Wilde, an Australian actor, described the experience as nerve-wracking, comparing it to Tom Holland's situation with Marvel projects. She emphasized the mystery surrounding the film and expressed curiosity about audience reactions. The movie's narrative is divided into an overt satire and a B-plot that prompts viewers to reflect on their own lives. Wilde's character, Hannah, stands up to Cruise's character, providing a unique opportunity for the young actress. She praised Iñárritu's extensive rehearsal process and the supportive atmosphere on set, likening it to a theater company. Wilde's involvement in this high-profile project marked a significant milestone in her career, which she had nurtured since her graduation from the Australian National Institute of Dramatic Arts seven years ago.",
  "summary": "Less than a decade ago Sophie Wilde was graduating from NIDA. Now she's rubbing shoulders with Tom Cruise in one of the most anticipated and divisive movies of the year.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tom Cruise's secret kept until film's release caused Sophie Wilde stress.",
    "Directed by Alejandro G Iñárritu, Digger Rockwell is a satirical black comedy.",
    "Wilde's role as Hannah provides unique opportunity to stand up to Cruise's character."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}